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8 p.m.
Men's Soccer
at Missouri State
Florida Atlantic University Athletics
Saturday, September 14
Boca Raton, Fla.
7 PM
Florida Atlantic
vs
FIU
Photo by: JC Ridley/Owlpix.com
Men's Soccer Takes on FIU in C-USA Opener
9/13/2019 4:37:00 PM | Men's Soccer
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| Game Details | Date: Saturday, September 14 Time: 7:00 PM Location: FAU Soccer Stadium Admission: FREE |
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BOCA RATON, Fla. – The Florida Atlantic University men's soccer team (2-1-0) looks to continue its winning ways on Saturday against FIU (3-0-1) at FAU Soccer Stadium in the Conference USA opener for the Owls. First touch is set for 7 p.m. and admission is free.
About The Owls
Newcomer Ivan Mykhailenko has come in and made an impact with the Owls right away. After three matches, Mykhailenko has contributed to every goal scored by FAU, scoring two of them himself and assisting on the other. He leads the team in points (5), goals (2) and is tied for the lead in shots (4).
Andres Macias leads the team in assists with two and Edgardo Obregon is tied with Mykhailenk in shots (4). The Owls have played two keepers in goal this season. Hagay Jalon has played two games and has a 1.50 goals against average with nine saves. Daniel Ragoo has played in one game, posting a 1.00 goals against average with three saves.
With a 2-1-0 record through the first three matches, the Owls are off to their best start since the 2013 season. FAU started out the 2019 season with a win against then-No. 17 James Madison to start 1-0 for the first time since the 2011 season. The 1-0 victory was also the first shutout in a season opener since the 2002 season.
About The Panthers
The Panthers are off to a hot start in 2019 with a 3-0-1 record and are currently receiving votes in the United Soccer Coaches poll. FIU has outscored its opponent 13-6 through four matches.
Stephen Afrifa leads the Panthers with three goals this season and 10 different FIU players have scored in 2019. Daniel Gagliardi has played all four matches in-goal for the Panthers and has posted a 1.42 goals against average.
Tough Schedule
Saturday's match will be the Owls' third against a team receiving votes or ranked in the United Soccer Coaches poll. FAU has four more matches against teams currently ranked in the top 25.
Fast Facts
Up Next
The Owls will have a week off before taking on No. 17 Kentucky in Lexington on Saturday, September 21. That match is set for a 7:30 p.m. start time.
Owls On Social Media
For complete coverage of FAU men's soccer, follow us on Twitter (@FAUMensSoccer), Instagram (@FAUMensSoccer_) and Facebook (FAU Men's Soccer).
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